Side-by-side comparison of e-bikes (Class 1–3), mopeds, off-road electric motos (Sur-Ron style), and electric scooters across six factors: pedal requirements, motor power, top speed, license requirement, registration, and where each vehicle is legally permitted to ride.

Feature	E-BikeClass 1–3	Moped	Off-Road E-MotoSur-Ron style	Electric Scooter
Pedals	Yes, required	Sometimes	No	No
Motor power	Under 750 watts	~50cc or equivalent (2–4 hp)	3,000–6,000+ watts	Varies, generally low
Top speed	20–28 mph, by class	~30 mph	45+ mph	15–20 mph, typically
License required	No, in almost all states	Usually, a basic license	Yes, as a motor vehicle	No, typically
Registration	No, in almost all states	Varies by state	Yes, or an off-highway ID plate	No, typically
Where legal to ride	Roads, bike lanes, most paths	Roads, not highways	Private land, OHV areas only	Roads, bike lanes, rarely sidewalks